Patagonia, AZ

Arizona

Patagonia is a small town in Arizona with a population of 882. Residents earn $29,844 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
882 Population 684/sq mi density
$29,844 Median Income $28,445 per capita
$332,700 Home Value $385,597 Zillow
$827 Median Rent 36.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
673 Violent Crime/100K 1,121 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$29,844 median income, 5.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$332,700 home value, $827/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
673 violent crimes/100K (77% above avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,844
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $332,700
18% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 673/100K
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.7%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

How Patagonia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population882
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density684/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,844
Per Capita$28,445
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$2,844M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$332,700
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$385,597
Rent Burden36.2%

Crime

F
Violent673/100K
Property1,121/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault336/100K
Burglary112/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation4,073 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries5

Is Patagonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patagonia receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Patagonia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patagonia is $29,844, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patagonia is $332,700, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

With 673 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,121 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Patagonia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Patagonia has a population of 882 with a density of 684 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

882
Total Population
684
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Patagonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.2%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.8%
190% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Patagonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patagonia is $29,844, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Patagonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,844
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,445
Avg Weekly Wage$1,147
IRS Avg AGI$54,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,240
County GDP$2,844M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare76
Retail156
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Patagonia is $332,700, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $385,597.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,700
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$385,597
Median List Price$377,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$377,000
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% below US avg
Rent Burden36.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,053
1 Bedroom$1,151
2 Bedrooms$1,419
3 Bedrooms$1,889
4 Bedrooms$2,158

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Patagonia, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Patagonia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities76
Patagonia has a violent crime rate of 673 per 100,000 residents, 77% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,121 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Patagonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent672.7/100K
77% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery336.3/100K
Assault336.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,121.1/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary112.1/100K
Theft896.9/100K
Vehicle Theft112.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Patagonia has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,073 ft (1,241 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density684/sq mi
Coordinates31.5447°N, 110.7455°W
County FIPS04023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.62
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density684/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants102
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

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